Weekly Newsletter

As we step into the new year, we’re excited to share a first look at the key events and opportunities in the upcoming January from InnoVEX and IC Taiwan Grand Challenge (ICTGC). Mark your calendar and get ready to engage with the global tech and startup ecosystem. 🚀InnoVEX Pitch Contest System Launch — Registration Opens January 8th The InnoVEX Pitch Contest returns in 2026 with an expanded global stage for startups. Eligibility: ▪️ The participating startups must have been founded after January 1st, 2018, or an academic research startup team planning to establish a company. ▪️ The pitch contest is open for registration to all InnoVEX exhibitors, who can apply for free. Non-exhibiting startups can also participate for a fee. Registration & Prizes: ▪️ Online registration only; all materials must be submitted in English. ▪️ Full contest regulations and prize details will be announced on January 8, 2026. To explore the Pitch Contest experience, visit the InnoVEX 2025 Pitch Contest page: 👉 https://innovex.computex.biz/show/pitch.aspx

The InnoVEX 2026 Pitch Contest is launching soon, and we invite you to take part in one of Asia’s most anticipated stages for global startups. Registration will officially open on January 8, 2026. Below is the full contest timeline to help you prepare: 【Pitch Contest Timeline】 • January 8 – Registration system opens • May 5 – Registration closes • Mid-May – Preliminary review by the judging committee • May 26 – Announcement of the Top 15 finalists • June 4 – Final Pitch on the Center Stage at InnoVEX 2026 • June 4 – Award Ceremony immediately following the Final Pitch • June 5 – Top 15 One-on-One Matchmaking on the Pi Stage Startups from all industries and regions are welcome. If you’re looking to reach global investors, expand your network, and showcase breakthrough innovation, this is the perfect opportunity. For an overview of the Pitch Contest experience, you may refer to the InnoVEX 2025 Pitch Contest page: 👉 https://innovex.computex.biz/show/pitch.aspx More details will be shared when registration opens on January 8.

Team InnoVEX, together with the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei (CTOT), successfully hosted the Canada–Taiwan Smart Medtech-showcase and B2B matchmaking event on December 2nd. The delegation featured six Canadian medtech startups—Expertiqa Technologies, Illumia Labs, Karma Medical Products, MindfulGarden, WeavAir, and WeCare Dynamics—offering solutions in digital health, diagnostics, medical simulation, and predictive analytics. We also extend our thanks to Alan Tso, President of the Taiwan Intelligent HealthCare Association, for sharing a clear overview of Taiwan’s smart healthcare landscape and collaboration opportunities. The event brought together about 50 participants from Taiwan’s tech and healthcare sectors and facilitated 53 one-on-one meetings, creating strong momentum for cross-border partnerships in product validation, integration, and co-development. Explore upcoming InnoVEX partnership opportunities: https://innovex.computex.biz/show/m-event.aspx

Dear Friends, Thank you for the overwhelming support from the global startup community! We’re excited to announce that all exhibition booths for InnoVEX 2026 are now fully booked. For teams who are still interested in exhibiting, we are now accepting waitlist applications. We encourage you to register early so our team can contact you if additional spaces become available.

Join InnoVEX 2026, Asia’s premier startup and innovation exhibition held alongside COMPUTEX Taipei, and position your brand at the center of the world’s most dynamic tech ecosystem. As a strategic partner, you’ll gain unparalleled access to global tech leaders, investors, and high-potential startups — driving collaboration, visibility, and growth across borders. Why Partner with InnoVEX 2026? 🔹Global Exposure: Engage with 35,000+ visitors from 150+ countries. 🔹Brand Leadership: Strengthen your position among global innovators. 🔹High-Impact Networking: Connect directly with startups and CVCs. 🔹Exclusive Recognition: Be featured across media, stage, and partnership programs. 📅 Event Date: June 2–5, 2026 📍 Venue: 4F, Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 2 👉 Seize the opportunity — complete the partnership form now: Join InnoVEX 2026 Partnership Opportunities

InnoVEX, together with the IC Taiwan Grand Challenge (ICTGC) organized by Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), will host “Bridging Silicon Valley and Taiwan: Semiconductor & AI Synergies” on January 13, 2026, at Startup Island Taiwan’s Silicon Valley Hub in Palo Alto, California. This special event unites Taiwan’s world-leading semiconductor ecosystem with Silicon Valley’s pioneering innovation culture—creating new pathways for founders, researchers, and investors to collaborate in deep tech and AI. It also introduces the ICTGC program, a government-backed initiative designed to help global startups access mentorship, funding, and Taiwan’s advanced R&D and manufacturing resources. Distinguished speakers include Laura Swan (Silicon Catalyst), Andy Lombard (Tesoro Ventures), Janis Skriveris (Plug and Play Ventures), and Sam Fok (femtoAI), with Michael Raspuzzi (Hardware User Group) leading an interactive open-mic session. Event Details: 🗓️ January 13, 2026, 5:30 PM PST 📍 Startup Island Taiwan – Silicon Valley Hub (299 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA) 🔗 Read the full press release from InnoVEX to learn more about this event: https://innovex.computex.biz/show/newsReleaseDetails.aspx?newsId=759 ICTGC Batch 4 is now open for applications. Apply now: https://ictaiwanchallenge.org/